Winning:
The Loyalists win if the King survives until all Rebels and Spies are dead. This win condition is identical to the King's, meaning the Loyalists share in the victory as long as the King prevails.
Losing:
The Loyalists lose if the King dies while at least one Rebel or Spy remains alive. Even if the Loyalists themselves have been eliminated earlier in the game, they lose only if the King falls before achieving victory.
The Loyalist shares the same goal as the King, aiming to eliminate all enemies that threaten the throne. Their victory conditions are tied to the King's survival and success, making the role of Loyalist a vital one in the game of Sanguosha.
Shared Victory with the King:
The Loyalists do not need to personally eliminate all enemies; as long as the King survives and all Rebels and Spies are dealt with, the Loyalists win. The victory is collective, and both parties succeed or fail together.
Loyalist Death:
A Loyalist can still win even if they are killed before the game ends. Their death does not impact the conditions for victory, and the remaining Loyalists can continue fighting to secure the win for the King.
Loyalist Killed by the King:
If the King accidentally kills a Loyalist, the King immediately loses all cards in hand and all equipped cards. This can be devastating, as it leaves the King vulnerable to enemy attacks.
No Reward for Killing Loyalists:
Players who kill a Loyalist, other than the King, gain nothing. There are no card rewards or punishments for this action.
Supporting the King:
The Loyalist’s primary role is to act as the King’s 'deputy,' helping to protect the King and eliminate the Rebels. Cooperation and communication with the King are essential to ensure survival and success.
Focus on Rebels:
While Spies are a threat, the Loyalist's main focus should be on identifying and eliminating Rebels. Spies may attempt to manipulate the game, but the priority remains removing Rebel threats first.
Avoiding Conflict with Spies:
Though Spies may occasionally target Loyalists, engaging them too much can detract from the larger goal of defeating the Rebels. Keeping the King alive is the top priority, and focusing fire on Rebels is often the best course of action.
The Loyalist plays a key supporting role in Sanguosha. With the same victory conditions as the King, their fate is intertwined, and they must work together to eliminate the Rebels and Spies. Balancing defense and offense while staying aligned with the King’s strategy is crucial to securing the Loyalist's victory.